Associate Director, Marketing Science

Location: Schiller Park
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Who We Are: At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse. Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150 offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work. Where you shine: Associate Director leads the Marketing Science team by providing analytics-based strategic insights and direction to aid in the development of creative strategy and measurement plans for clients Working closely with Marketing Science Leads, Account Management, Creative, Research, and Media teams, provides an internal consultative perspective on retailer and cultural trends, shopper behavior, and commerce technology. Supports the agency new business opportunities as requested. What your success will look like: Thought leader to account teams (agency and client) on campaign planning and campaign effectiveness Define key metrics and set goals Incorporate opportunity sizing and predictive ROI analysis into planning Understanding shifting landscapes in commerce and commerce technology Finger on the pulse when it comes to cultural trends across generations Develop strategic recommendations from results in format of strategic stories & playbooks Function as the subject matter expert for retail and commerce Research best-in-class examples from other brands in and out of the category Support agency new business opportunities by bringing new methodologies and strategies and leveraging data to guide growth opportunities Interrogate client briefs to be sure all the information is complete Develop client and creative presentations in Keynote and Power Point on key strategies and insights, barriers, and ways in Can maintain good working relationships with creative leaders Review the work of Analytics team members and provide feedback and recommendations Who you are and what you bring: Minimum of 5 years of experience performing and leading analytics initiatives Experience in CPG industry and highly proficient in working with data/ tools like Nielsen, IRI, Numerator/ being able to speak to metrics and learnings from these data sets with high confidence highly preferred Strong cultural and detective skills and experience analyzing business problems Advanced Keynote and PowerPoints skills Proficient knowledge of IRI/Simmons a benefit Critical thinking; draw conclusions, find creative solutions, structured problem-solving approach Ability to build relationships across team, departments, vendors and clients Collaborate and communicate complex, technical concepts to non-quantitative audience Ability to effectively manage timelines and deliverables of multiple projects simultaneously What we offer: Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work. Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery. Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness. Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally. The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package. $90,000-$180,000 USD We believe the best work happens when were together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. Thats why weve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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